How to reset your life over summer break isn’t about becoming a “new you” or doing a dramatic reinvention—it’s about giving yourself space to recalibrate. After a semester of deadlines, stress, late nights, and inconsistent routines, summer can be less about glow-ups...
Spring self-care is all about transitioning smoothly after winter in college, which can feel like one long loop of cold walks to class, late-night assignments, comfort food, and “I’ll fix my routine next week.” Then suddenly spring shows up. The sun stays out longer,...
Manage stress in college — easier said than done, right? Let’s be real: college can be a lot. Classes, deadlines, jobs, social life, family expectations, group projects (why are they always stressful?), and somehow you’re also supposed to sleep, eat vegetables, and...
Living with a roommate can be exciting, frustrating, or somewhere in between—especially if it’s your first time navigating shared space. Whether you’ve just got a new roommate this semester or you’re still adjusting to the same one from last semester, these tips can...
Mental health tips for winter are especially important for college students as colder weather, shorter days, and academic pressure collide during the semester. Feeling more tired, unmotivated, or isolated this time of year is common—and it doesn’t mean you’re doing...
The start of a new year often brings intentions to create healthy habits—mentally, physically, and socially. But college life is busy, unpredictable, and full of competing demands. At Rachael’s First Week, we believe the habits that protect your safety and mental...
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